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Thai Yellow Curry Beef Noodles reviewed by resahebler1

From: Big Bowl Noodles and Rice: Fresh Asian Cooking from the Renowned Restaurant (reviewed 11th April 2012)

This is by far one of the best things I have ever made.
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Spicy Yogurt Pound Cake reviewed by Zosia

From: Baking for All Occasions (reviewed 11th April 2012)

The house smelled heavenly while this baked. And the finished cake tasted even better! The texture was nice and moist – courtesy of the yogurt, or...
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Collard cobbler with cornmeal biscuits reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Food & Wine (reviewed 11th April 2012)

I finally found a way I can love collards. I did not realize that they could become tender. The collards and well flavored with stock, sausage, garlic,...
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Pure Passion Ice Cream reviewed by Zosia

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 11th April 2012)

Like the Lemon Luscious Ice Cream, this ice cream starts with a batch of fruit curd with added vanilla bean seeds. Milk, cream and some additional sugar...
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Caramel Pecan Bars reviewed by Jayme

From: Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar: 100 Dairy-Free Recipes for Everyone's Favorite Treats (reviewed 12th April 2012)

Sticky, gooey, pecan amazingness.
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Pumpkin Pie Brownies reviewed by Jayme

From: Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar: 100 Dairy-Free Recipes for Everyone's Favorite Treats (reviewed 12th April 2012)

Pumpkin pie on top, brownie on the bottom. It was like having two desserts in one!
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Lazy Samoas reviewed by Jayme

From: Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar: 100 Dairy-Free Recipes for Everyone's Favorite Treats (reviewed 12th April 2012)

Coconut cookies with a dipped chocolate bottom and drizzle on top. They're amazing, but the coconut cookie is actually so good I wouldn't be shy about...
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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies reviewed by Jayme

From: Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar: 100 Dairy-Free Recipes for Everyone's Favorite Treats (reviewed 12th April 2012)

Perfectly chewy and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg.
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Cottage Cheese & Apple Pancakes reviewed by resahebler1

From: The New Moosewood Cookbook (Mollie Katzen's Classic Cooking) (reviewed 12th April 2012)

We love these and make them at least once a month.
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Slow-Roasted Beef reviewed by BethNH

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 12th April 2012)

It's easy to make an expensive roast taste delicious. It's much more difficult to take a cheap roast and cook it so that it's moist and tender. Eye of...
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Quick, Simple, Full-Flavored Iced Tea reviewed by sturlington

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 13th April 2012)

Really good, really easy. Might become my go-to method for making iced tea. I substituted honey for sugar to cut back on the sweetness.
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Chocolate Chip Cookies reviewed by snoopy

From: The Joy of Vegan Baking: The Compassionate Cooks' Traditional Treats and Sinful Sweets (reviewed 13th April 2012)

This is my go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe. The result is consistently superb. It took me a while to find a classic chocolate chip cookie recipe that...
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Pumpkin Bread reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

My go-to Pumpkin Bread recipe. Perfect texture and taste, with consistent results batch after batch.
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Pecan Sticky Buns reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

These are a lot of work but worth the effort when you want to go all out. The instructions are easy to follow, even for yeast bread novices like myself....
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Muffins That Taste Like Donuts reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

Orange-Pecan Muffins reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

Sour Cream Streusel Coffee Cake reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

Another recipe to impress!
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Banana Tea Loaf reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

Another winner! Consistently excellent banana bread with this recipe.
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Incredible Almond Creme Cheeze reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 13th April 2012)

This stuff is the best. Perfect substitute for goat cheese. Great on toasted pumpernickel bread. If you eliminate the canola oil, the texture isn't...
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Melty White Cheeze reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

For a vegan "cheese" (uncheese), this recipe is super simple. It's not a block uncheese so there is no agar to fuss with. Oats are used as the thickener....
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Fiesta Coleslaw reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

The combination of red and green cabbage with shredded carrot is great. Use a food processor for this recipe. I use Vegenaise in the dressing.
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Sweet Pepper and Basil Potato Salad reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

This recipe has a classic taste if you use Vegenaise in the dressing. The addition of finely minced red bell pepper gives it added flavor.
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Happy Hen Salad reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

This recipe substitutes easily for egg salad. As written it calls for low-fat egg-free mayonnaise (Jo provides a recipe) or your favorite egg- and dairy-free...
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Fowl Play Tempeh Salad reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

This salad doesn't try too hard to imitate chicken salad. But the tempeh gives it a chewy, nutty taste that is fabulous on its own. As written it calls...
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Unstuffed Shells reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

Super easy weeknight fare. While the shells are cooking, mash up some tofu, add mayonnaise (a low-fat recipe is included or use store bought vegan mayonnaise)...
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Edna's Peach Kutchen reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

This dessert recipe is outstanding -- a shortbread crust, topped with peach halves, and golden cream topping. The topping is a homemade tofu sour cream...
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Kale and Kraut Sandwiches reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Vittles: Recipes Inspired by the Critters of Farm Sanctuary (reviewed 14th April 2012)

This is an odd combination but so incredibly good on toasted pumpernickel bread. Very easy to make. Eat right away so it doesn't get soggy. Makes a nice,...
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Wheatberry Pancakes reviewed by snoopy

From: Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes: The Scientifically Proven System for Reversing Diabetes Without Drugs (reviewed 14th April 2012)

I'm always looking for new recipes to justify the purchase of my high powered blender. This recipe is pretty amazing. You take whole wheatberries and...
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Cranberry Upside-Down Cake reviewed by kateq

From: The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution (reviewed 14th April 2012)

This cake is wonderful. I actually had my doubts that the fresh cranberries and orange juice might not work and that the cake would be too soft to stand...
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Grilled Chicken with Hot and Sweet Dipping Sauce reviewed by Zosia

From: Hot, Sour, Salty, Sweet: A Culinary Journey Through Southeast Asia (reviewed 14th April 2012)

The chicken is delicious on its own but fantastic with the dipping sauce. Chicken pieces are marinated for a few hours in a simple to prepare paste (page...
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Yunnan Greens reviewed by Zosia

From: Hot, Sour, Salty, Sweet: A Culinary Journey Through Southeast Asia (reviewed 14th April 2012)

I thought it strange that this recipe called for the bok choi to be blanched before stir frying as it’s such a quick cooking vegetable, but in the name...
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Iced Coffee with Sweetened Condensed Milk reviewed by Zosia

From: Hot, Sour, Salty, Sweet: A Culinary Journey Through Southeast Asia (reviewed 14th April 2012)

Freshly brewed espresso with sweetened condensed milk served over ice….nothing could be simpler or more refreshing when an afternoon pick-me-up is required....
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Primavera with Prosciutto, Asparagus, and Carrots reviewed by southerncooker

From: Food Network Magazine (reviewed 15th April 2012)

This recipe is from Ted Allen and is noted to be in his new cookbook. It is delicious. Loaded with flavors from the veggies, cream, Dijon and prosciutto...
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Brown Sugar-Crusted Grilled Chicken [Pollo Asado Negro] reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Latin Grilling: Recipes to Share, from Patagonian Asado to Yucatecan Barbecue and More (reviewed 15th April 2012)

Amazing flavor! The sweetness of the 1.5C brown sugar is cut by addition of a lot of garlic (7 cloves) and Worcestershire sauce. Instead of the skin-on,...
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Asparagus with Brown Butter and Parmesan reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The Savory Way (reviewed 15th April 2012)

The browned butter and slight dusting of pepper elevated this asparagus to new heights. My DH kept saying that the browned butter made the asparagus taste...
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Oven-Fried Bacon reviewed by sturlington

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 15th April 2012)

A very good way to make bacon, especially in quantity. The bacon tends to be better cooked and less curly than when cooking it in a frying pan. Line the...
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Strawberries Balsamic Buttermilk Panna Cotta reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 16th April 2012)

Ever since Barbara from Amsterdam reviewed this panna cotta made with buttermilk, I've been watching for my chance. The panna cotta portion of this recipe...
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Braised Fennel reviewed by bunyip

From: Stephanie Alexander's Kitchen Garden Companion (reviewed 16th April 2012)

This is the master recipe, followed by suggestions about further uses for the result. I make a gratin with breadcrumbs and parmesan on top. Always delicious,...
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New Mexican Pinto Bean Soup reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 17th April 2012)

I haven't made this in a while, but it used to be in my regular lunch soup rotation. There's no reason for it to have been dropped; it's a great main...
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Black Bean Chili reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 17th April 2012)

This is a pretty basic recipe, but the fact that it can be made in 12 minutes under pressure makes it a standout. Creamy and comforting, this is one of...
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Spiced Roast Chicken reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 17th April 2012)

I needed a meat to go with our supper I was planning on cooking at my mom and dad’s on my day off, and was thrilled that I had all the ingredients on...
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Toasted Sesame Wild Rice reviewed by snoopy

From: Great Vegetarian Cooking Under Pressure (reviewed 18th April 2012)

I used the "elegant" variation since I had some black sesame seeds on hand. The taste wasn`t anything special (it's pretty much just rice, after all;...
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Tomato Sauce with Onion and Butter reviewed by Pants

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 18th April 2012)

This sauce has a very rich, velvety tomato flavour that suggests you went to more trouble than you did. It's my go-to for an easy, night-on-the-couch comfort...
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Lebanese-style Stuffed Eggplant reviewed by Pants

From: Smitten Kitchen (reviewed 18th April 2012)

A bit involved to prepare, but SO worth it. The flavours come together exquisitely -- garlic, pine nuts, allspice, parsley -- sigh. Don't over-stuff the...
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quick cooking mushroom barley soup reviewed by snoopy

From: Lorna Sass' Short-Cut Vegetarian: Great Taste in No Time (reviewed 19th April 2012)

This recipe and I were best of friends in college. Really yummy and good for the soul. Problem was I had trouble finding the quick cooking barley so...
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Mexican Red Chorizo reviewed by jenncc

From: The Homesick Texan Cookbook (reviewed 19th April 2012)

This is good stuff and it gets better the next day. Used in breakfast tacos - yum!
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Dark and Stormy Cocktail reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 21st April 2012)

Very refreshing drink with the rum and ginger beer. I did like some of the lime juice squeezed in mine. Perfect drink when you want a little something...
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Peanut Butter-Sour Cream Bundt Cake with Butterfinger-Ganache Glaze reviewed by Zosia

From: Cake Keeper Cakes: 100 Simple Recipes for Extraordinary Bundt Cakes, Pound Cakes, Snacking Cakes and Other Good-To-The-Last-Crumb Treats (reviewed 21st April 2012)

This is the best peanut butter cake I’ve ever had. It has good peanut butter flavour, is not overly sweet and has a pound cake-like texture, dense but...
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Banana-Blackberry Sorbet reviewed by Zosia

From: The Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accessories (reviewed 21st April 2012)

Wow, was this good! Fresh and fruity, it tasted of both blackberries and banana without one fruit overpowering the other. They complemented each other...
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French Toast for Firm European-Style Bread reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The New Best Recipe: All-New Edition (reviewed 21st April 2012)

Crunchy outside, creamy inside, yet not soggy. This is an unusual recipe - fewer eggs, and it includes an addition of flour and sugar. We used Italian...
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Grilled Sausages with Onions reviewed by BethNH

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 21st April 2012)

This is one of our favorite family recipes from Cooks Illustrated Magazine. I'm pretty happy that it's been included in this compendium so I don't have...
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Coq au Vin reviewed by friederike

From: Ich helf dir kochen: das erfolgreiche Universalkochbuch mit großem Backteil (reviewed 21st April 2012)

Very nice recipe! It's approximately comparable to the Coq au Vin from Die echte Jeden-Tag-Küche in both taste and complexity. Remarkable about this...
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Mixed Green Salad reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

Don't let the simple name fool you. This is a fabulous salad, that includes greens, strawberries, and almonds, and enrobes them in a delightful vinaigrette....
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Baker's Chocolate One Bowl Brownie Recipe reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: cooks.com (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

This is my favorite tasting brownie recipe. As much as I love trying new brownie recipes, I always come back to this one. I do not think the 1 cup of nuts...
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Baker's Chocolate One Bowl Chocolate Frosting reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Kraft Foods (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

I hate making frostings, but this is a rich tasting, easy recipe to make if you have 4 squares of unsweetened chocolate and a pound of powdered sugar on...
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Dessert Crepes reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Crepes: Sweet & Savory Recipes for the Home Cook (Illustrated) (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

A simple crepe recipe - took only minutes to make the batter, and they cooked easily and tasted great! I used my 8-inch cast iron frying pan, and although...
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Classic Spritz Cookies reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Wilton (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

These are our favorite spritz cookies, very important for Christmas, Easter and Valentines Day. The secret ingredient is almond extract. The secret for...
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Roasted Beet Salad with Beet Greens and Feta reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: Epicurious (reviewed 22nd April 2012)

OK, yes this is an amazing way to use beets with greens. I am not a beet lover, but this made an delicious light supper. I arranged the ingredients on...
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Zucchini Bread with Dried Cranberries reviewed by Peckish Sister

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

The batter of this bread was very beautiful with the contrast of the grated zucchini and the dried cranberries. However after baking it became very dark...
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White Corn Salad reviewed by southerncooker

From: Deliciously Organic (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

This was delicious. I will be making it again. I used canned white shoe peg corn. Instead of the beefsteak tomatoes I used grape tomatoes I cut in half....
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King Ranch Chicken Tostadas reviewed by southerncooker

From: Everyday Food (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

These were so flavorful and delicious. The only bad thing about them were they were a bit messy to eat. We used Monterrey Jack cheese but they would be...
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Fresh Strawberry and Rhubarb Tart reviewed by lovesgenoise

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

I love strawberries but have never tried a strawberry-rhubarb pie until this one- boy, was I missing out! It's a wonderful combo, I can tell it's going...
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Bite-Size Bacon and Cheese Scones reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

These turned out just as promised by the author: buttery, bacony, and cheesy. I used heavy cream and Asiago for my cheese choice. If you make these, go...
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Peanut Butter reviewed by Jayme

From: The Vegan Scoop: 150 Recipes for Dairy-Free Ice Cream that Tastes Better Than the "Real" Thing (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

Love that this is so natural. Only 4 ingredients: peanut butter, soy milk, brown sugar, and vanilla. I want to try it again using other nut butters.
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Garlicky Kale reviewed by Zosia

From: Chez Panisse Café Cookbook (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

This is one of my favourite preparations of kale. It’s quickly stir fried over high heat until wilted then steamed for a few minutes until tender....
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Quick and Easy Cream Biscuits reviewed by BethNH

From: The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook: 2,000 Recipes from 20 Years of America's Most Trusted Cooking Magazine (reviewed 23rd April 2012)

These have to be the easiest biscuits ever. Remembering that I had some heavy cream in the fridge that needed to be used up, I did a quick search for...
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Quick Turkey Burgers reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: The New Best Recipe: All-New Edition (reviewed 24th April 2012)

A great weeknight dinner. 13-daughter put these together - they were moist, flavorful, and truly quick. Moistness comes from an addition of ricotta,...
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Sweet Potato Wedges with Lemongrass Creme Fraiche reviewed by Zosia

From: Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi (reviewed 24th April 2012)

An Ottolenghi take on a baked potato with sour cream – and I mean that in a very good way! The tuber used is the sweet variety, cut into wedges and...
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Pasta Soup with Potatoes, Pancetta, and Leeks reviewed by southerncooker

From: Leite's Culinaria (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Great hearty, warming soup for a cold winter’s night. I highly recommend eating with the suggested warm crusty bread, as it went so well with the soup....
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Flaky Cream Cheese Pie Crust reviewed by SuzyP

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Raspberry muffins with crumb topping reviewed by gatherings

From: Stonewall Kitchen Favorites: Delicious Recipes to Share with Family and Friends Every Day (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Almond crusted challah french toast reviewed by gatherings

From: Stonewall Kitchen Favorites: Delicious Recipes to Share with Family and Friends Every Day (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Very tasty and pretty with the sliced almonds adding crunch.
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Ultimate lemon caesar salad reviewed by gatherings

From: Stonewall Kitchen Favorites: Delicious Recipes to Share with Family and Friends Every Day (reviewed 26th April 2012)

This was a nice caesar,I added grilled chicken.I used anchovy paste to taste and 1 T.mayo for the raw egg yolk.
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Chocolate dipped pistachio orange biscotti reviewed by gatherings

From: Stonewall Kitchen Favorites: Delicious Recipes to Share with Family and Friends Every Day (reviewed 26th April 2012)

The pistachios make these great,I dipped one whole side in chocolate.
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Raspberry squares with brown sugar crumb topping reviewed by gatherings

From: Stonewall Kitchen Favorites: Delicious Recipes to Share with Family and Friends Every Day (reviewed 26th April 2012)

Pork Medallions in Mustard Cream reviewed by PBcooks

From: The Good Friends Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

Easy to prepare and very tasty.
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Cauliflower-Cheese Pie with Potato Crust reviewed by PBcooks

From: The Good Friends Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

This takes a bit of time to prepare but its well worth it. Delicious!
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Asiago Pasta Salad reviewed by PBcooks

From: The Good Friends Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

Perfect every time. Takes a bit of time to put together. Delicious!
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Pork Tenderloin in Rum Marinade reviewed by PBcooks

From: The Good Friends Cookbook (reviewed 27th April 2012)

This one never fails to please. Looks & tastes like you spent hours preparing but you didn't.
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Shitake Mushroom & Lentil Asian Tacos reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Sprouted Kitchen (reviewed 27th April 2012)

A symphony of flavors, and for me, it really worked! The highlight here is the sauce - which includes garlic, honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, orange...
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Cheese Braid reviewed by Zosia

From: Better Homes and Gardens All-Time Favorite Bread Recipes (reviewed 27th April 2012)

This is one of my youngest daughter’s favourite breads and I don’t mind making it …..it’s light, airy, chewy and cheesy. The dough is enriched...
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Raspberry- Rhubarb Muffins reviewed by Zosia

From: Flour: Spectacular Recipes from Boston's Flour Bakery + Cafe (reviewed 27th April 2012)

I’ve been waiting for the start of the rhubarb season to make these again, having made them for the first time last year. Everyone knows of the pairing...
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Heart Beets reviewed by snoopy

From: Ripe from Around Here: A Vegan Guide to Local and Sustainable Eating (No Matter Where You Live) (reviewed 28th April 2012)

Wow! So pretty, and the taste is amazing with rich carmelization. (And these are rich. A tablespoon each of olive oil and sweetener, I used maple syrup,...
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Spring Roll THAI FOOD reviewed by rupok98

From: food recipes (reviewed 28th April 2012)

it tastes great .
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Smoky Shredded Chicken and Potatoes with Roasted Tomatoes reviewed by Zosia

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 28th April 2012)

A fantastic combination of tender shredded chicken and sautéed potatoes and onions in a smoky tomato-chipotle sauce. Basic ingredients, yet so much flavour,...
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Asian Meatball Subs with Hoisin Mayonnaise reviewed by southerncooker

From: Food Network (reviewed 28th April 2012)

These were so good. I know I'll be making them again. They are made with ground pork. Loved the hoisin mayo and the green onions and bean sprout topping....
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Pumpkin Oatmeal reviewed by shirley83

From: The Food Network (reviewed 29th April 2012)

I love this oatmeal. I make it with vanilla almond milk and dried cherries and serve it with a bit of almond milk. It makes many servings but keeps well...
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Italian Feast Sausages reviewed by snoopy

From: Vegan Brunch: Homestyle Recipes Worth Waking Up For--From Asparagus Omelets to Pumpkin Pancakes (reviewed 29th April 2012)

This technique of rolling the seitan in foil and steaming has been popular for a while (this author credits blogger Julie Hasson)... but I have never tried....
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Mashed Potatoes reviewed by kristen239

From: Barefoot Contessa Family Style: Easy Ideas and Recipes That Make Everyone Feel Like Family (reviewed 30th April 2012)

Great Mashed Potato recipe - I use every year for Thanksgiving. Her idea for putting the potatoes over a double boiler to keep them warm is a great idea!
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Spiced Nuts reviewed by Iw8tablZ

From: Terrific Pacific Cookbook (reviewed 30th April 2012)

This is a brilliant dish! Extremely hard to stop at one or two handfuls; I've sworn I'll stop, washed my hands from spicy oily goodness, and then immediately...
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Chocolate Creme reviewed by havfaith

From: Have Your Cake and Vegan Too: 50 Dazzling and Delicious Cake Creations (reviewed 30th April 2012)

This and rich and super easy to make!
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Mushroom Wheatberry Pilaf reviewed by snoopy

From: Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites: Flavorful Recipes for Healthful Meals (reviewed 1st May 2012)

Delicious! I fiddled with it a bit to make it a pressure cooker recipe (short grain brown rice and wheatberries went into the pressure cooker with some...
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Roasted Strawberries reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Super Natural Every Day: Well-loved Recipes from My Natural Foods Kitchen (reviewed 1st May 2012)

Roasted, strawberries? I've now made this twice, and all I can say is YES PLEASE! Strawberries are tossed with maple syrup, olive oil, and a bit of salt....
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Bistro Broccoli Chowder reviewed by snoopy

From: Appetite for Reduction: 125 Fast and Filling Low-Fat Vegan Recipes (reviewed 2nd May 2012)

For a relatively low fat, vegan "cream" soup, I was really happy with the results. Before I added the broccoli, I used my immersion blender to thoroughly...
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Grilled Asian Chicken Sandwich reviewed by sturlington

From: High Flavor, Low Labor: Reinventing Weeknight Cooking (reviewed 2nd May 2012)

I didn't make this as a sandwich. I just used the marinade to pan-roast chicken. Smoked paprika is the secret ingredient. The flavor was smoky, intense...
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Apple Galette reviewed by lovesgenoise

From: The Pie and Pastry Bible (reviewed 2nd May 2012)

Very delicious, and one of the easiest, no-fuss pies in the book. I've made this recipe twice now, and both times I chose it because I had plenty of...
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Smoky Shredded Pork Tacos/Tacos de Picadillo Oaxaqueño reviewed by Queezle_Sister

From: Rick Bayless's Mexican Kitchen: Capturing the Vibrant flavors of a World-Class Cuisine (reviewed 3rd May 2012)

Lovely shredded pork, barely enrobed in a tomato-onion-pepper sauce. The pork is boiled for 1.5 hrs, allowed to cool, and then shredded. The sauce...
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The Raw Brownie reviewed by kfranzetta

From: My New Roots (reviewed 3rd May 2012)

These brownies are totally delicious! They come together very quickly using a food processor. They are very much like a fudgey brownie--not cake like...
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Cream of Asparagus / Spargelcremesuppe reviewed by friederike

From: Ich helf dir kochen: das erfolgreiche Universalkochbuch mit großem Backteil (reviewed 3rd May 2012)

Very delicate, light and delicious soup. It's made with white, not green asparagus, and took somewhat longer than I had expected it to; however, most of...
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"South-in-Your-Mouth Peach Pecan Muffins" reviewed by snoopy

From: Ripe from Around Here: A Vegan Guide to Local and Sustainable Eating (No Matter Where You Live) (reviewed 4th May 2012)

This was my first experience with spelt flour, and I am very happy with the results. The spelt has a sweet, nutty taste that worked well with the pecans...
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